Carla Gugino

Carla Gugino Instagram – Transcendent is the word that keeps coming to mind when I think of Mariska’s film My Mom Jayne. She is a clear eyed detective making her way through the shadowy corners of her childhood. Through that journey so much is reframed, reclaimed, and transmuted into something beautiful and unifying. It is a true testament to the transformative power of owning the truths we thought were too painful to reckon with. That’s just Mariska Hargitay’s bravery as a human being.
The story itself is filled with extraordinary footage of a very famous (exceptionally smart and talented) movie start and sex symbol in mid century Hollywood; her Mom Jayne Mansfield and generous family members being as honest and equally engaged as she is in sharing their own experience and perspective.
Each person helping to piece memories together for her.
Then there is the film maker Mariska: the direction, pacing, and storytelling make it a deeply moving edge of your seat thriller as it unfolds. Brava Bella Mariska! 👏🏼 ♥️ Thank you for inviting us into something so personal and deeply relatable. A clear reminder that looking the truth in the face is our only real chance at freedom. I cannot recommend this movie more highly! ✨✨
@mymomjayne @hbo @hbomax (And thanks @nellcan for snapping this moment 📸 !) | Posted on 22/Jun/2025 19:17:15